Babies Born January 2008 #8

[s361768]

Hi Mary how are you going? I feel pretty sad when it comes to solids time because I just love the connection with bubs while breast feeding and when they start on solids because it signifys that they are growing up and becoming more independant from you. For me I feel like they don't need me so much and daddy comes into the picture a lot more to take over for feeds, and that feels a little sad because for the first 5-6 months you have them so close to you. I really start to notice it come around 9-10 months and when they are having fewer feeds - I also drop a cup size so that is also sad too hehe

Hope Addy you and hubby are doing well lets try and get together for a drink sometime

Hi Cherryblossum and Lunesoileil

Francis is between the 10th and the 25th percentile for weight - he is happy and healthy and I am no longer concerned anymore he was 6.35kg 3 weeks or so ago and I haven't weighed him since. He just rolled over yesterday he smiles and coos etc. He also lets me know when he is hungry. Over the past few weeks I have been working harder to bring my milk up and have started him on solids. He is doing fine I also think that maybe it is just in his genetic makeup to be that little bit smaller. My partner is 5ft 7 (170cm) and weighs 64kg (lighter than me ) when we got together he was 10kg lighter than that. It took raw eggs, mushatchi and a lot of KFC, and hungry Jacks to gain that 10kg, even now he has to pay careful attention to keep the weight on.
So I am happy just keep doing what I am doing because stressing and listening to negativity was making it worse for me. I even had someone mention the 2 Brisbane twins that were starved to death in the same line of conversation of my breastfeeding and Francis' weight gaining woes, so I have had enough of it. I am a good mum I know what I am doing and I would know if my little man was starving.
Karen

I Just looked at my signature - Francis is 5 months old today gosh time goes so quickly it only felt like yesterday he was still in my tummy!!!

[maz]

I feel pretty sad when it comes to solids time because I just love the connection with bubs while breast feeding and when they start on solids because it signifys that they are growing up and becoming more independant from you. For me I feel like they don't need me so much and daddy comes into the picture a lot more to take over for feeds, and that feels a little sad because for the first 5-6 months you have them so close to you. I really start to notice it come around 9-10 months and when they are having fewer feeds - I also drop a cup size so that is also sad too hehe

thats exactly how I feel .
My little guy is eating 3 meals a day now so his BF is down to 3 -4 a day if that. We've had an up hill battle bfing here as he doesnt have much luck with his tongue but we keep on trying.

Mateauz doesnt even hit the blue bit in ther graph. I had a fight with my MCHN about putting him onto formula full time as she said he was underweight....I hate by the book mums.

I cant believe his 6 months on tuesday...makes me so sad

[lunesoleil]

Karen - What?? They mentioned those twins in the same conversation of ur bfdg woes??? That is just terrible!!!!!!!!! Can't believe someone did that...*hugs*
Yeah like you I'm more relaxed about it now ...I give 1 formula comp fd of 140ml in the evening cuz I felt she needed more but sometimes she doesn't even finish it...

I feel the same way re bfdg as other mums.... I'm gonna terribly miss holding my beautiful baby in my arms and breastfeeding...I think its one of the most beautiful gift God has given between mother and child...

Hope everyone's having a good weekend!

[QueenMab]

Maz - Sorry hun, Punky was having a grumpathon, was going to ask this earlier: What solids does Mateauz have each day? Just wanting ideas to try Punky on. Am trying BLW with her & I think I told you already she like brocolli, but DP bought some baby yoghurt on special & I gave her some yesterday (apple & rhubarb) & she LOVED it. First thing she actually opened her mouth for again after tasting it lol. Gave her more today (apricot) & again it was a hit.

I too was a bit sad that she was loving the yoghurt... can't believe how fast the last 6 months have gone!!

Had the fright of my life 2 nights ago: I was going to have a shower about 11 & remembered I'd left my jumper in Punky's room so I sneak in to get it & glance over at Punky & I swear to you she looked dead! She was totally still with her eyes open & arms all out like she was asleep but she didn't move at all. I have never been so scared in my life. I rushed over and just as I go to pick her up she kind of 'jumps' like in suprise that I am there IYKWIM, I have never been so relieved. I took her in to DP & told him & I was shaking. Couldn't put her down again for ages.

I wonder if she was sleeping if her eyes open? I am being told that happens? What do you guys think?

Have been checking on her constantly since - doesn't help that I am the world's best worrier...!!

[maz]

I started Mateauz on one vegie at a time and then he just chucking big mentals when we were eating so he started eating what we were. tonight he had sweet and sour pork our of one of those heinz jars. he has the big one in one sitting :0. He has fruit for lunch and we just started breakfast this morning - heinz apple and musiel stuff. he woofed that down like there was no tomorrow. Little man is starting to chub up nicely now...I cant count his disc in his spin anymore. I cant wait until we go back to peadotrision (My spelling is CR@P) on the 22nd.

**** - yes I can totally understand how upsetting that was for you Vic. All 4 of my kids still to this day sleep with their eyes either slightly or fully open. Its like something out of a horror movie.

Lunesolit - I comp feed Mateauz 200ml formula at night to. I was hoping to drop it and get him back onto BF when he started eating so well but he just likes it to much.

Well better go and get busy...have a shop to stock and sew for

[s361768]

Hi everyone

I can very much relate to feeling sad about slowing up on the breast feeding and feeling disappointed when bubs takes their first bite of solids or a bottle of formula and they love the new tastes.

However once they discover biting at around 10 or 12 months I am okay with it It makes weaning a whole lot less of a guilt trip for me.

Just thought I'd add Francis is having Farex for Breaky and stewed fruit (pear or apple) at night. When he is unsettled and grissley because my milk hasn't been up to it I have given him a top up on formula in the evening. He has also had a taste of yoghurt too. Since solids he hasn't asked for it. So BF and Farex and fruit so far.

Oh yeah I forgot to mention in my previous post...I went to the shop last night and the baby food cans on the shelf I was looking at for Francis (I won't mention the well recognized brandname) were "best before March 2008 and August 2007." They were all past the used by date printed on the can, even the ones right at the back of the shelf. I am so glad I am obsessive enough to check. Stores really need to check the stock to make sure that food is still fit for consumption - talking about botulism a few days back .

I have bought mouldy cheese and bread from woolies and coles before. Sorry for the whinge - I must sound like a little old lady heheh anyway glad I didn't buy it anyway and make Francis eat it. Saved us a call to poisons hotline and then a trip to the Mater Childrens Hospital for food associated infection YUK.

[Billy Ocean]

Hey Vic, that's bloody scary. I'm so glad Punky is ok. Billy sleeps with one eye open (enter Metallica song here... pmsl) a little bit. Weirdo! Maybe she was just having one of those staring moments. You know how you get when you stare at nothing? Anyway, hugs to you.

Maz, baby, Mateauz is a freakin' champ on his solids. Does he have yogurt at all? Just wondering cos BTK had a taste of Nanny's yogurt yesterday and friggin loved it! Just not sure which one to get. Was awesome seeing you the other day. Can't wait to come up. Hope your trip went well. x

Mary, so pleased you're having a nice time way. I hope Addie is feeling better soon and I'm sure you didn't make it any worse.

Belinda, I loved that song too. How funny. I downloaded it after I read your post. Now I'm playing it all day. God help us all!

Karen, just because you're not BF doesn't mean your baby doesn't need you so much. You're lucky to have been able to BF for this long. I had NO MILK and couldn't feed Billy. We still enjoy our feeding time. Bottles, solids, whatever.

Hi Cherryblossum, Amanda and everyone else too!